Within MSF, the Finance Department ensures that the financial statements accurately reflect the financial situation of MSF Belgium – MSF Foundation and ensure optimal resource management.
The financial management aims to ensure that resources successfully contribute to achieving operational objectives. MSF’s financial autonomy heavily relies on donor trust and private income. Additionally, a significant portion of the income is restricted by the specific interests and social mission of the donors.
In the Accounting Unit, the Head of Accounting is responsible for the daily management of accounting and processes ensuring proper account maintenance. You will supervise a team of 5 people responsible for recording all financial transactions.
The unit under the responsibility of the “Head of Accounting” ensures:
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Account maintenance and administrative management of flows
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Central treasury, payment management, and relationship management with MSF’s financial partners
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Account closure in BE GAAP
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Management of headquarters commitments via Adfinity and coordination with the Senior Advisor Tax and Accounting for the annual accounts audit.
As the Head of Accounting, you represent the unit within the department, liaise with other services, and also participate in the development of the new accounting system within the unit.
Main Responsibilities
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Responsible for local general accounting (BE GAAP) for ASBL MSF Belgium and MSF Foundation, including:
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Planning, organizing, and controlling processes and procedures performed by different members of the accounting unit related to supplier invoices, inter-section invoices, payments, and bank management, credit card and safe, fixed assets, expense reports, PO.
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Posting entries related to salaries as well as payments, provisions, and other complex and large entries
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Verification of the correct posting of entries via interfaces
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Organization of monthly and annual closure
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Preparation and supervision of the annual audit
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Team management: supervision, advice, and support
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Management of the unit’s budget
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Active participation in the development of the new accounting system, as well as updating and documenting associated procedures and processes
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Backup for team members and the Senior Advisor Accounting and Tax
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Supervision of MSF Belgium’s treasury: non-sepa payments, transfers to difficult contexts, FX trading, and reserve management
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Prerequisites
Education & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
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Minimum 5 years of similar experience in a management role
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Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or data management systems
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Motivation to work in the non-profit sector
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Motivation to work in the humanitarian sector is an asset
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Experience in the international NGO sector is an asset
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Skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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Team spirit and ability to communicate with colleagues
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Willingness to take on responsibilities
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Languages
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Good oral and written command of French required
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Good knowledge of English is required
Conditions
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Start date: As soon as possible
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Location: based in Brussels (Belgium)
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Type of contract: Permanent contract – full-time – Maximum 50% telework per week possible
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Salary according to the MSF-OCB HQ salary grid
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Meal vouchers – Hospitalization insurance (DKV) – pension plan – 100% reimbursement of public transport costs
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Adherence to the organization’s managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Integrity, Trust, Empowerment
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Adherence to commitments for responsible behavior
Application deadline: May 15, 2025
How to Apply?
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Send your application by clicking on the ‘Apply here’ button
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You will be directed to the online application form for this position
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It should take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete. Please prepare your CV and cover letter for upload
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
MSF values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil status, race, color, or ethnic and national origins, religion or beliefs, or sexual orientation.